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Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Ryan Newman (CFA) is the Director of Research of The Motley Fool Australia, and Portfolio Manager for the Pro and North Star services. Ryan’s interest in investing and stocks began at a young. His journey with The Motley Fool started first as a member but when the company first came to Australia he joined the team as one of our writers. Recognising his investing talent and passion, it wasn’t long before he was approached to join the investing team as a research analyst on Pro. Ryan is passionate about learning and continual development. He earned his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2022, and has completed his Bachelor of Accounting and his Graduate Certificate of Corporate Finance. Ryan loves spending time with his young family as well as non-fiction reading, catching the latest movies and following his sports team, the St Kilda Saints (AFL).

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Virgin unable to take off

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Citing poor economic and trading conditions, Virgin Australia has downgraded its annual earnings guidance.

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BHP, Rio to focus on shareholder returns

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As resources companies divert their attention away from capital spending, investors can expect a greater focus on shareholder returns and…

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CBA rewards staff members

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Employees will receive a bonus for their industry-leading customer service.

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All eyes on Ramsay Health Care now

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Expansion into China and Europe is on the horizon.

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Will NAB pass along higher rate cuts?

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The other three banks passed along the recent rate cut, but NAB has been holding back.

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Should you buy these retailers?

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The retail sector faces many challenges, but these companies are worth a second look.

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Ten's bid to stump Nine

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Will Nine try to match Ten's cricket bid?

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Rebooting Windows 8

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Microsoft hopes to reinvigorate Windows by going Blue.

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Westfield and other shopping centres reduce rents

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Bad news for landlords, good news for Harvey Norman, Myer and other retailers.

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Coca-Cola CEO seeks temporary tariff

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Pricing pressures are weighing on the company, whose shares have taken a dramatic dive.

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Pacific Brands CEO: Popular brands at risk of extinction

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Bush points to pressure from big companies like Woolworths and Wesfarmers.

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Optus opts for new strategy

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Optus hopes to boost customer retention through increased service.

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Time's up for Woolworths and Coles

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Voluntary code of conduct in the works for the supermarket powerhouses.

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3D printers to build body parts

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Melbourne medical team building muscle cells through 3D printing technology.

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Myer exec concerned about Medicare levy

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Retailer is relying on cost reduction to increase profits.

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Vodafone Australia loses $899 million

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The company remains confident that its restructuring of operations in 2012 will return it to growth and profitability.

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Masters to drag Woolworths down

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High costs per store are causing trouble for Woolies' home improvement stores.

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Costco enters Queensland

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Warehouse giant promises new jobs -- and increased competition.

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Harvey Norman driven from shopping centres

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High rents and falling demand may mean a change in strategy for the retailer.

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Mining giants urged to sell cheaper

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As the industry falls, investors push miners to consider lower offers on underperforming assets.

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Property values to double?

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Report suggests prices in some areas could double over a decade.

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Mesoblast reports positive trial results

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Shares up 5% on the news.

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Your instant 5-share growth portfolio

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With the recent focus on blue chips, a number of smaller companies with enormous growth potential are now fresh for…

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Companies benefiting from your heartbreak

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As more marriages crumble, some industries soar.

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3 reasons to buy Westfield

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Despite recent outperformance, this stock is still an attractive investment.

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Coates Hire announces job cuts

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Poor economic conditions and slow growth in the mining industry are behind the cuts.

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Wesfarmers: Coles suppliers be warned

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As competition in the industry heats up, suppliers are feeling the pressure.

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NBN's 1Gbps promise

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After years of set-backs, some Australians may see speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second by year's end.

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Telstra gets Defensive

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$1.1 billion deal gives shareholders cause for celebration.

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Woolworths latest to dump Microsoft

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Flexible, mobile solutions from Google win out over the old standby.

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On the fence with Coca-Cola Amatil

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Is this investor favourite a buy at current levels?

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ASX warns about social media

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Companies must start monitoring social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogs.

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NAB the favorite amongst analysts

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Despite its outperformance over the index in the past year, many analysts still say NAB is a buy.

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Three reasons to buy QBE Insurance

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With excellent management, a strong business model, and excellent customer service, QBE is a strong business that's had a string…

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Windows 8: No saviour for Microsoft

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Tablet sales also lagging for the software giant.

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Transurban on the right road

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Toll road operator seeing positive results from US-based projects.

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10 stocks driving the ASX 200

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Despite a dip in the index experienced in May last year, investors have welcomed the 15% ascent of the S&P/ASX…

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ANZ to explore smaller business market

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Bank has pledged $1 billion for start-up loans to attract new customers.

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Environmental conditions affect Ruralco's profits

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Hot conditions and diminished rainfall were likely to blame.

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Ten Network making news

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Newly appointed chief executive Hamish McLennan will be put under the spotlight today.

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